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FLUIDS          
Engine, transmission, or primary Harley Davidson Screamin' Eagle SYN3 20W50 Oil
AMSOIL Synthetic 20W-50 Motorcycle Oil
Mobile 1 VTwin
    

Oil options listed to above are not Harley recommended
If it is necessary to add oil and HD oil is not available, use an oil certified for diesel engines. Acceptable diesel engine oil designations include: CF-4, DG-4, CH-4 and CI-4. The preferred viscosites for the diesel engine oils in descending order are 20W50, 15W40, and 10W40.

Brakes: D.O.T. 4 Brake Fluid        
           
TIRE PRESSURE          
MODEL
MOUNT
SIZE
NUMBER
PSI
kPa
All models except FLHRC, FLTRX, FLHX
front
17 in.
Dunlop D408F 130/80 B17 65H
26
248
FLHRC
front
16 in.
Dunlop D408F 130/90 B16 67H
36
248
FLTRX, FLHX
front
18 in.
Dunlop D408 130/70 B18 63H
36
248
All models
rear
16 in.
Dunlop D407 180/65 B16
40
276
           
Shock Load
Total Weight
Pressure
 
 
lb
KG
PSI
kPa
  
Solo rider
up to 150
up to 68
5-10
34-69
  
 
150-200
68-91
10-20
69-138
  
 
200-250
91-113
20-30
138-206
  
 
250-300
113-136
40-50
276-345
  
Solo rider with capacity luggage of 70 lbs (32 kg)
up to 150
up to 68
25-30
172-206
  
 
150-200
68-91
30-40
106-276
  
 
200-250
91-113
40-50
276-345
  
 
over 250
over 113
50
345
  
Rider plus passenger
All
All
50

346

  
Do NOT excee 50 psi (345 kPa suspension pressure          

 

VRSC Maintenance Plan

Item Services Procedure
1000
mi
5,000
mi
10,000
mi
15,000
mi
20,000
mi
25,000
mi
Notes
Engine oil and filter Replace
X
X
X
X
X
X
Oil lines and brake system Inspect for leaks
X
X
X
X
X
X
1
Air cleaner Inspect, service as required
X
X
X
X
X
X
Tires Check pressure, inspect tread
X
X
X
X
X
X
Clutch fluid Check level and condition
X
X
X
X
X
X
Rear belt and sprockets Inspect, adjust belt
X
X
X
X
X
X
1
Throttle, brake and clutch controls Check, adjust and lubricate
X
X
X
X
X
X
1
Jiffy stand Inspect and lubricate
X
X
X
X
X
X
1
Brake fluid Check levels and condition
X
X
X
X
X
X
Brake pads and discs Inspect for wear
X
X
X
X
X
X
Spark plugs Inspect
Replace

X

X
X

X
X
Electrical equipment and switches Check operation
X
X
X
X
X
X
Front fork oil  
Replace every 30,000 miles
1
Steering head bearings Adjust
X
X
1,2
Rear fork bearings  
Repack every 30,000 miles
1
Valve lash Adjust
X
X
1,4
Cooling system Inspect; check clamps for tightness, check coolant freeze point
X
X
X
1
Coolant  
Replace every 30,000 miles
1
Radiator Clean
X
X
X
X
X
X
Seat Latch Lubricate
X
X
X
X
X
X
1
Critical fasteners Check tightness
X
X
X
1
Battery Check battery and clean connections
3
Road test Verify component and system functions
X
X
X
X
X
X
                 

Notes:

  1. Should be performed by an authorized Harley-Davidson dealer, unless you have the proper tools, service data and are mechanically qualified
  2. Disassemble, lubricate and inspect every 30,000 miles
  3. Perform annually
  4. Could vary with frequency of operation and riding style

A Harley-Davidson dealer should perform the first scheduled service listed in the owner's manual. See the maintenance and lubrication section in your Owner's manual for more information.

 
 
 
Tool Kit For The Road

With the newer bikes, there are some things that are difficult to repair on the road, but most things being electronic are best left to a professional.

Below I'll try to give you some of the things that would be usefull for a tool kit for the road in case of a breakdown.

Tools

  • Small set of 6 point wrenches.
  • A 10 MM wrench for the battery terminals
  • Spark plug wrench.
  • A 6'' adjustable wrench.
  • Small 3/8 drive socket set, if you have the room.
  • A multi tip screwdriver (2 in 1) phillips and regular on the tips.
  • Set of torx bits (just the bits) preferrably ones that will fit into the multi tip screwdriver handle.
  • Pair of vice grips 6"-8" Or Channel lock pliers.
  • A multi tool of allen keys.(6-10 piece set in one tool).
  • Pair of cutting pliers (side cutters). .
  • A 12 volt test light.
  • A small flashlight that works.

Materials

  • Tubeless tire repair kit with inflator.
  • Spare fuses.
  • A length of plastic tubing for "borrowing" some gas.
  • A dozen or so nylon zip ties.
  • Electrical tape.
  • Some assorted bolts and nuts.
  • A few different size hose clamps.
  • A few feet of safety wire to get you home if a cable breaks.
  • Emergency repair barrel for the clutch cable(has 2 screws that clamp the cable for a temp repair).
  • Some rags to clean up with also a tiny spray can of WD40 to use as a hand cleaner or a lube.

Most important is a cell phone when you find out you can't fix it.

     
 

Manual VRSC-A (2003)

Here's the list of tools in the V-Rod Took Kit

1 - 6 mm allen key
2 - 5 mm allen keys
1 - 4 mm allen key
1 - 3 mm allen key
1 - T25 hex allen key

1 - socket driver
1 - driver extension
1 - 5/8" socket
1- 17 mm socket

1 - vice grips

1 - 1/4" wrench
1 - 3/4" wrench
1 - 10 mm wrench
1 - 13 mm wrench

1 - spark plug gap tool

1 - T30 screw driver bit
1 - T40 screw driver bit
2 - phillips screwdriver bits (#2 & #3)
2 - straight screwdriver bits
6 - tie straps

 
 

 

  

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Other Tool Kits

 

  
     
     
   
Spring Check List
 

Battery voltage and condition
Tire pressure (35-40 psi)
Tire condition (cracks, dry rot)
Tire tread depth (replace @ 3/32)
Lights (head lamp, tail lamp, brake, turn signals)

Fluids
    Oil level and condition (check hot only)
    Transmission fluid
    Brake fluids
    Lubricate all cables (throttle, idle & clutch )
     
Tools

   

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